CitiLink Operational Analysis Meetings
Posted by Brad on Nov 25, 2008
For Immediate News Release
November 25, 2008
Greater Peoria Mass Transit District (CityLink)
Comprehensive
Operational Analysis Community Meetings
CityLink, Connetics Transportation Group and Innis Consulting Firm will host comprehensive operational analysis community meetings in strategic locations for passengers and people of vested interest. The public is invited to attend and provide their input regarding: CityLink’s bus routes, schedules and service.
This is the opportunity of the public to voice issues, concerns, suggestions, and needs. This feedback will provide CityLink with information to improve the productivity and cost- effectiveness of the bus system, providing better and more efficient service for passengers.
Four (4) community meetings will be held the following dates, times and locations:*
* Tuesday, December 2, 2008, ICC North Campus, 5407 N. University,
Peoria, 4 P.M. to 7 P.M.
* Wednesday, December 3, 2008, CityLink Downtown Transit Center, 407 SW Adams,
Peoria, 1:00 P.M. to 4:00 P.M.
* Wednesday, December 3, 2008, Bradley University Student Center, 915 N. Elmwood Ave, Peoria, 5 P.M. to 7 P.M.
* Thursday, December 4, 2008, East Peoria City Hall, 100 S. Main,
East Peoria, 3 P.M. to 6:00 P.M.
For hearing impaired TDD: Call 711
If an interpreter is needed, please call at least two (2) days before the meeting.
For bus schedule and fare information to the meetings, please contact:
CityLink at 676-4040
For more information regarding this press release
Contact: Alice Nobles Arn, phone 679-8138 or e-mail aarn@ridecitylink.org
FEMA Disaster Assistance
Posted by Brad on Nov 14, 2008
Chief Kent Tomblin and our ESDA Division have been notified by FEMA that Peoria County has been declared a federal disaster which makes individual assistance programs available for those that qualify. There is a deadline of December 2, 2008, and we do not know if the deadline will be extended. Everyone who had damage can apply, but there is no guarantee that they will receive funding.
Special thanks to Chief Tomblin and his staff for working to make sure that Peoria was included in the consideration for disaster relief.
City and County ESDA along with individuals from our Public Works Department, met with FEMA today to discuss the disaster assistance. Over 55 households received damages and our ESDA department is working to see which individuals will be covered.
The only way to apply for individual assistance is for people to call FEMA or apply online. The website address is www.fema.gov. The phone number is 1/800-621-3362.
FEMA is going around to the areas in Peoria where ESDA has received reports of damage. FEMA is making door to door contacts to the 55 addresses provided by ESDA.
Please share this information with constituents who may contact you about water damage they received as a result of the storms in our area this summer. Please also let them know that all FEMA inspectors will have photo identification, and residents should ask to see this identification before sharing personal information.
CENSUS JOBS
Posted by Brad on Nov 4, 2008
NEWS RELEASE
Date: November 4, 2008
Released by: Alma Brown, Communications Manager, 494-8554
Subject: CENSUS JOBS
In preparation for the 2010 Census, the United States Census will begin testing sessions for temporary part-time and full-time census takers and clerk/recruiter positions.
The testing sessions will take place in the City of Peoria Planning Department, Twin Towers Office Building, 456 Fulton Street, Suite 402. The testing will be done at 10:00 a.m. and 1:30 p.m. The dates of testing are November 12, 13, 18, 20, 25 and 26. Seating is limited and will be done on a first come, first tested basis.
Please bring two forms of identification, such as a picture ID, social security card, or birth certificate. For additional testing sites and dates, you can call the Census Bureau at 1-800-470-8896 or 1-888-722-8995. You can also visit the Census Bureau website at www.census.gov/rochi/www/2010jobs.html.
Petition for a Water Truck at Fire Station 11
Posted by Brad on Nov 4, 2008
Neighborhood Association Meeting Wednesday November 5th
Posted by rtenley on Nov 4, 2008
Jackson Corner’s Neighborhood Association
Meeting November 5th, 2008
At the Child Advocacy Center
501 E. Gift Ave
6:30 PM
Several Speakers on Landlord Issues
Election of Executive Board
WEBSITE: www.jcorners.com
Come meet some neighbors, and bring your concerns to keep our neighborhoods friendly and safe.
Any questions contact Brad Carter (Pres.) 686-1528
***Drawing for a spaghetti dinner!***
